How to maintain rock drills
If you own a rock drilling machine and want to maintain it yourself, you are in the right place. Today, we will explain how to maintain a rock drilling machine step-by-step. Whether you are a construction professional or not, you should follow this article.
Why maintain your rock drill?
Tool maintenance is rarely a walk in the park, but it is a task you should never completely neglect. If you think that proper maintenance of a rock drilling machine does not extend its life, then you should think again.
In fact, your tools will be less prone to damage and rapid wear if you maintain them regularly. Also, if it is important to maintain a rock drilling machine properly, it is above all for your safety. Tools that are not well maintained can be the cause of serious accidents, sometimes leading to death. So don't play with fire and instead follow the few tips below.
How to maintain a rock drilling machine?
Now that you know why you shouldn't neglect the maintenance of your power tools, we will see how to maintain different types of rock drilling machines.
Safety precautions:
When working with power tools, it is essential to follow certain safety rules. The same applies to the maintenance of your tools. First and foremost, you should always check that the tool is switched off and unplugged. You cannot imagine how many accidents occur every year because this step is forgotten.
Things to check on a rock drilling machine:
Tool maintenance is often a matter of inspection. Before proceeding with lubrication and sharpening, you must first check that certain elements of the rock drilling machine are in good condition. Here are the elements concerned:
- Always check the condition of the fastening screws. These must be tight. A loose screw on the tool housing can lead to the deterioration of this tool, as well as serious accidents.
- Check the condition of the power sources. Wires and chargers should be inspected regularly. Many elements on a worksite can damage the electrical wires of your tools. Details should be taken seriously as a frayed or damaged power cord can lead to the risk of electric shock.
Maintenance operations to be performed:
Once the usage checks have been carried out, you can start maintaining the rock drilling machine. Depending on the model (pneumatic, electric, or thermal), the maintenance procedures will not be the same, so do not hesitate to refer to the instructions for your rock drilling machine for more information.
- Lubrication: Like many tools, rock drilling machines need to be lubricated regularly to function properly and prevent premature wear. Some models also have a grease reservoir that must be refilled when empty.
- Grinding chisels: For the chisels you use to remain effective, it is essential to grind them regularly using abrasive discs. Refer to the instructions for the angle to be applied when grinding.
- Replacing brushes: If the motor of the rock drilling machine operates using brushes, you must regularly check their wear level and replace them if they are damaged. This will be an opportunity to clean the internal casing of your power tool.